Chesley G. Peterson

Born: Aug 10, 1920

Death: Jan 28, 1990

Birthplace: Salmon

Nationality: United States

Chesley G. Peterson

Date of Birth : Aug 10, 1920

Date of Death : Jan 28, 1990

Birth Place : Salmon

Major General Chesley G. Peterson was a career officer in the United States Air Force. He was a fighter pilot in the European theater in World War II who remained in the military after the war. Peterson is best known for his time as the commander of the famous 4th Fighter Group during 1942–1943.